Article
Food Science & Technology
Kai Zhang
Summary: Two methods for measuring ochratoxin A in corn, oat, and grape juice were developed and compared. LC-MS/MS showed good recoveries at various fortification levels across different matrices, while FI-MS/MS had limitations in detecting ochratoxin A at lower concentrations.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Alberto Altafini, Paola Roncada, Alessandro Guerrini, Gaetan Minkoumba Sonfack, Giorgio Fedrizzi, Elisabetta Caprai
Summary: The study found a low risk of OTA contamination for most types of cheese analyzed. To improve the safety of grated cheese on the market, more regulations should be implemented on cheese rind, which is most susceptible to OTA-producing molds, or producers should consider not using the rind as raw material for grated cheese.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ahmed Nabil Shaaban, Maria Rosario O. Martins, Barbara Peleteiro
Summary: This study aims to identify factors influencing self-perceived health status among a representative sample in Portugal. The findings indicate that factors such as gender, age, educational level, income, employment status, healthcare utilization, mental health, and social support are significantly associated with poor/very poor self-perceived health status.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hiroshi Kobayashi, Kazuhiro Imai
Summary: The novel FD-LC-MS/MS proteomics analysis method uses fluorogenic derivatization, LC separation, and MS/MS protein identification techniques, successfully identifying proteins in individual human cells and allowing for differential proteomics analysis. Several cancer biomarkers have been discovered using this method, showcasing its potential for further research and analysis.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Israt Jahan, Bowen Tai, Junning Ma, Sarfaraz Hussain, Haolan Du, Ling Guo, Gang Wang, Tosin Victor Adegoke, Longxue Ma, Fuguo Xing
Summary: In this study, the culture supernatant of Bacillus velezensis IS-6 effectively degraded OTA in foods and feeds by 89%. The degradation process was enzymatic and optimal conditions were 37°C and pH 7.0. The newly discovered OTA degradation enzyme Nh-9 from B. velezensis IS-6 also showed high activity in degrading OTA at 37°C.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Hongtian Chen, Hao Luo, Biao Huang, Bin Jiang, Okyay Kaynak
Summary: transfer learning has attracted attention as a new learning paradigm, and is used to develop fault diagnosis approaches for improving the safety and reliability of automation systems. This survey article provides a comprehensive review of transfer learning-motivated fault diagnosis methods and highlights open problems and potential research directions in this field. It also presents principles and a classification strategy for utilizing previous knowledge specifically for fault diagnosis tasks, aiming to contribute timely to transfer learning-motivated techniques in this area.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON NEURAL NETWORKS AND LEARNING SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Abdallah Ouakhssase, Noureddine Fatini, Elhabib Ait Addi
Summary: In this study, a simple and easy method was proposed for the detection of aflatoxin and ochratoxin A in coriander seeds. The method showed good recovery rates and low relative standard deviations, with quantification limits ranging from 0.12 to 0.5 µg/kg. It was found that only ochratoxin A was detected in four samples, all below the European limits for spices. This monitoring method is important for ensuring consumer safety and understanding the occurrence of these toxins.
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Borja Munoz-Solano, Elena Gonzalez-Penas
Summary: This study presents data on the presence and co-occurrence of nine mycotoxins in compound feed samples collected in Spain from 2019 to 2020. Although mycotoxin levels in Spanish feed generally comply with EU regulations, regular monitoring is necessary to prevent contaminated materials from entering the food chain.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Sofia Duarte, Liliana J. G. Silva, Andre M. P. T. Pereira, Marta Gimbi, Cristiane Cesar, Vanessa Vidal, Rita Basilio, Anabela Almeida, Celeste Lino, Angelina Pena
Summary: This pilot survey assessed the exposure of breastfed infants to mycotoxins in Angola and found that all breast milk samples analyzed were contaminated with mycotoxins. The contamination levels were lower for aflatoxin M1 and higher for ochratoxin A compared to previous studies. The study also identified a significant association between the consumption of cookies by lactating mothers and the levels of mycotoxin in breast milk.
Article
Environmental Sciences
David A. Geier, Mark R. Geier
Summary: A study using NHANES data found that 82% of the tested individuals in the United States had detectable concentrations of glyphosate in their urine. There was a significant inverse correlation between glyphosate concentrations and total testosterone and total estradiol concentrations, but no correlation with sex hormone binding globulin concentrations.
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Alexandra Marques-Pinto, Sergio Moreira, Rui Costa-Lopes, Nidia Zozimo, Jorge Vala
Summary: This research on burnout among physicians in Portugal aimed to characterize the prevalence of burnout symptoms, test the impact of organizational demands and resources on burnout, and explore predictors of these organizational factors. The study found high levels of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and decrease of personal accomplishment among physicians. Organizational resources, demands related to patient relationships and work schedule, as well as context variables like procedural justice and teamwork, were identified as important predictors of burnout symptoms.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiao Wang, Yuze Li, Jinghan Fan, Liuying He, Junyu Chen, Huihui Liu, Zongxiu Nie
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential use of mass spectrometry and machine learning in rapidly screening genitourinary cancers using urine metabolic fingerprints. Key biomarkers were identified and dysregulated pathways were revealed, highlighting the expanding utility of urine metabolic fingerprints in disease screening.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Paula Llorens Castello, Ana Juan-Garcia, Juan Carlos Molto Cortes, Jordi Manes Vinuesa, Cristina Juan Garcia
Summary: This study evaluated the bioaccessibility and bioavailability of three legislated mycotoxins in two breads. The presence of other components and the co-presence of mycotoxins were found to affect the final bioavailability.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Mengxue Peng, Zitong Zhao, Zhihong Liang
Summary: The strain Brevundimonas naejangsanensis ML17 can simultaneously degrade OTA and OTB, with a degradation rate of 100%. Its extracellular enzyme has a degradation rate of OTA above 90% within the temperature range of 25-55 degrees Celsius, making it a potential detoxifier for ochratoxins.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Assaf Buch, Rebecca Goldsmith, Lesley Nitsan, Miri Margaliot, Gabi Shefer, Yonit Marcus, Naftali Stern
Summary: The study indicates that higher potassium excretion is associated with a lower risk of metabolic syndrome, and individuals with higher MS scores tend to have lower potassium excretion. Potassium excretion correlates with all components of MS and can predict the syndrome independently from other variables.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Pedro Carneiro, Joana A. Loureiro, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Simone Morais, Maria do Carmo Pereira
Summary: In this study, a sensitive and specific electrochemical immunosensor was developed for the detection and quantification of alpha-synuclein, a biomarker for Parkinson's disease. The immunosensor is based on voltammetric study and uses antibodies to recognize the analyte. The sensor is nanostructured using a layer-by-layer approach and has shown excellent detection capabilities within a certain concentration range.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sara Pardilho, Joao Cotas, Diana Pacheco, Kiril Bahcevandziev, Leonel Pereira, Maria Beatriz Oliveira, Joana Maia Dias
Summary: In this study, Marine Macroalgae Waste (MMW) biomass collected from the seashore in northern Portugal was characterized and seed germination was performed to evaluate its potential for agricultural use. The results showed that liquid extract from MMW can promote seed germination and growth, suggesting the feasibility of producing biostimulants, biofertilizers, or soil conditioners from this resource.
WASTE AND BIOMASS VALORIZATION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Diana Pinto, Manuela M. Moreira, Elsa F. Vieira, Jaroslava Svarc-Gajic, Anna Vallverdu-Queralt, Tanja Brezo-Borjan, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Francisca Rodrigues
Summary: Functional cookies made from Chestnut (Castanea sativa) shells (CSs) extract show good nutritional composition, high phenolic and flavonoid contents, excellent antioxidant and antiradical activities, and great sensory evaluation. This study encourages the sustainable recovery of antioxidants from CSs and their further use as active nutraceutical ingredients in functional cookies.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juliana Guimaraes, Isabella Bracchi, Catia Pinheiro, Nara Xavier Moreira, Claudia Matta Coelho, Diogo Pestana, Maria do Carmo Prucha, Cristina Martins, Valentina F. F. Domingues, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Claudia C. Dias, Luis Filipe R. Azevedo, Conceicao Calhau, Joao Costa Leite, Carla Ramalho, Elisa Keating, Virginia Cruz Fernandes
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the exposure of pregnant women in Portugal to 3-phenoxybenzoic acid (3-PBA) and its association with maternal outcomes and newborn anthropometric measures. The study found that pregnant women in Portugal are exposed to 3-PBA, particularly during summer, and this exposure may be associated with maternal clinical features.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Marlene Machado, Helena Ferreira, M. Beatriz P. P. Oliveira, Rita C. Alves
Summary: Consumers' demand for nutritious and healthy foods has driven the development of prebiotic foods. In the coffee industry, the waste/by-products generated from the transformation of cherries into roasted beans can be used as sources of prebiotic ingredients. Coffee by-products contain dietary fiber and other components that can improve gut health and stimulate beneficial bacteria, making them potential prebiotic ingredients. However, further in vivo studies are needed to validate these findings obtained in vitro. This review highlights the potential of coffee by-products in the development of functional foods, contributing to sustainability, circular economy, food security, and health.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aleksandra Zielinska, Raquel da Ana, Joel Fonseca, Milena Szalata, Karolina Wielgus, Faezeh Fathi, M. Beatriz P. P. Oliveira, Rafal Staszewski, Jacek Karczewski, Eliana B. Souto
Summary: Solid Lipid Nanoparticles (SLN) and Nanostructured Lipid Carriers (NLC) were used to encapsulate CBD, and their physicochemical characteristics were investigated. The results showed that CBD-loaded SLN had a mean particle size of 217.2 +/- 6.5 nm, PDI of 0.273 +/- 0.023, and EE of about 74%, while CBD-loaded NLC had Z-Ave of 158.3 +/- 6.6 nm, PDI of 0.325 +/- 0.016, and EE of about 70%. Rheological analysis indicated that both lipid nanoparticle formulations exhibited more elasticity than viscosity. SEM study confirmed the morphology and shape of the nanoparticles.
Article
Plant Sciences
Teresa Gomes, Jose Alberto Pereira, Jordi Moya-Larano, Jorge Poveda, Teresa Lino-Neto, Paula Baptista
Summary: Plant-associated microorganisms play important roles in host health by promoting the production of specific metabolites. However, our understanding of these mechanisms in plant-microorganism interaction is still limited. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between olive leaf spot disease incidence and the composition of fungal and secondary metabolites in leaves from olive tree cultivars with different susceptibilities. The results revealed that disease development is linked to leaf fungal and metabolite composition, as well as host genotype. Certain metabolites and fungi were identified as biomarkers of plant tolerance/susceptibility to the disease.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Elena Surra, Joao Sousa, Manuela Correia, Joao Carvalheiras, Joao A. Labrincha, Jose C. Marques, Nuno Lapa, Cristina Delerue-Matos
Summary: This study provides important information on the feasibility of using granite sludge as a substitute for feldspar in ceramics and as a substitute for inert filler in structural concrete. The results show that while granite sludge can be used as a substitute for feldspar, its tinting effect may limit its applications in certain ceramic products. Similarly, using granite sludge as a substitute for inert filler in concrete reduces strength and increases water:cement ratio. However, the environmental impacts of using granite sludge as an inert filler are lower than as a substitute for feldspar in most impact categories.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Cristina Soares, Manuela M. Moreira, Sandra Ramos, M. J. Ramalhosa, Manuela Correia, Jaroslava Svarc-Gajic, Cristina Delerue-Matos, M. Fatima Barroso
Summary: Different extraction techniques were compared to extract phenolic compounds from fruit processing residues. Microwave-assisted extraction (MAE) showed the highest recovery of polyphenolic compounds. Pomegranate peels extracted by M60C and MAE had the highest phenolic content and antioxidant activity. The study highlights the potential of agricultural by-products as a source of phenolic compounds, providing a feasible solution to enhance nutrition and reduce environmental waste.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Tanja Brezo-Borjan, Jaroslava Svarc-Gajic, Simone Morais, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Francisca Rodrigues, Ivana Loncarevic, Biljana Pajin
Summary: Orange peels were treated with subcritical water to obtain extracts rich in bioactive compounds. The highest total phenolics content, total flavonoids content, and total antioxidant capacity were obtained at low temperatures and short extraction times. These results demonstrate the potential of subcritical water treatment as a green technology for obtaining bioactive compounds.
Article
Entomology
Isabel Rodrigues, Maria Teresa Rebelo, Paula Baptista, Jose Alberto Pereira
Summary: This study investigated the species composition and diversity of Cicadomorpha insects in Portuguese vineyards, focusing on potential vectors of X. fastidiosa. Two confirmed vectors and three potential vectors were identified. The results also showed a positive correlation between the population of Cicadomorpha and inter-row vegetation in the vineyards.
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Diana Pinto, Ana Sofia Ferreira, Julian Lozano-Castellon, Emily P. Laveriano-Santos, Rosa M. Lamuela-Raventos, Anna Vallverdu-Queralt, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Francisca Rodrigues
Summary: This study evaluated the bioaccessibility and bioactivity of chestnut shells during in vitro simulated gastrointestinal digestion. The results showed that the total phenolic and flavonoid contents of chestnut shells increased during digestion, with enhanced antioxidant, radical scavenging, and acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activities. Metabolomic profiling revealed changes in compounds during digestion, with phenolic acids and flavonoids being the major identified polyphenolic classes. The bioactivity of chestnut shells was closely related to the phenolic compounds and their bioaccessibility.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Zohreh Saadati, Farideh Golbabaei, Simone Morais, Ana Margarida Paiva, Seyed Jamaleddin Shahtaheri
Summary: In this study, a metal-organic framework material called MIL-101 was synthesized and tested for the removal of low concentrations of benzene and toluene from a gas phase. Different models were used to analyze the breakthrough curves, and it was found that the Thomas model fit the benzene data best, while the Gompertz model fit the toluene data best. Nonlinear regression showed a stronger correlation with the experimental results compared to linear regression. Both liquid film and intraparticle diffusion were found to contribute to the adsorption mechanism. The Freundlich isotherm provided the best fit for the adsorption process. MIL-101 showed better reusability for benzene compared to toluene.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Sara Sousa, Paula Paiga, Diogo Pestana, Gil Faria, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Maria Joao Ramalhosa, Conceicao Calhau, Valentina Fernandes Domingues
Summary: This article introduces a method for extracting polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from adipose tissue samples using ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE). The method has been improved to achieve lower detection and quantification limits, and does not require post-cleanup. Additionally, it can be used for the analysis of other lipophilic compounds.
ANALYTICAL METHODS
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Catia Ferreira, Manuela M. Moreira, Cristina Delerue-Matos, Mafalda Sarraguca
Summary: As the world population increases, the overexploitation of natural resources has become a global concern. Changing the way we produce and consume is crucial for protecting the planet and our way of living. Agriculture activities contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, and valorizing food waste is important for reducing the environmental impact of these activities. Among various extraction techniques, subcritical water extraction (SWE) is a green method that allows high yields using only water as the solvent. This review provides an overview of the SWE process for extracting bioactive compounds from grape biomass, with a focus on circular economy and green extraction.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Toshimi Nakajima, Mao Kuragano, Makoto Yamada, Ryo Sugimoto
Summary: This study compared the contribution of submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) to river nutrient budgets at nearshore and embayment scales, and found that SGD-derived nutrients become more important at larger spatial scales.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fan Liu, Lei Zhang, Chongyang Zhang, Ziguang Chen, Jingguang Li
Summary: NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves used for household heating have become a significant source of indoor pollution in Chinese urban areas. The high indoor concentration of NO2 poses potential health risks to residents. It is urgently necessary to establish relevant regulations and implement emission reduction technologies to reduce NO2 emissions from wall-mounted gas stoves.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Hans Peter H. Arp, Raoul Wolf, Sarah E. Hale, Sivani Baskaran, Juliane Gluege, Martin Scheringer, Xenia Trier, Ian T. Cousins, Harrie Timmer, Roberta Hofman-Caris, Anna Lennquist, Andre D. Bannink, Gerard J. Stroomberg, Rosa M. A. Sjerps, Rosa Montes, Rosario Rodil, Jose Benito Quintana, Daniel Zahn, Herve Gallard, Tobias Mohr, Ivo Schliebner, Michael Neumann
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Philomina Onyedikachi Peter, Binessi Edouard Ifon, Francois Nkinahamira, Kayode Hassan Lasisi, Jiangwei Li, Anyi Hu, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between dissolved organic matter (DOM) and Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in sediments from Yundang Lagoon, China. The results show four distinct fluorescent components, with protein-like substances being the most prevalent. Additionally, the total fluorescence intensity and LREE concentrations exhibit a synchronized increase from Outer to Inner to Songbai Lake core sediments. The findings demonstrate a strong correlation between DOM content and pollution levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Surya Gupta, Pasquale Borrelli, Panos Panagos, Christine Alewell
Summary: The objective of this study is to incorporate soil hydraulic properties into the erodibility factor (K) of USLE-type models. By modifying and improving the existing equations for soil texture and permeability, the study successfully included information on saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) into the calculation of K factor. Using the Random Forest machine learning algorithm, two independent K factor maps with different spatial resolutions were generated. The results show that the decrease in K factor values has a positive impact on the modeling of soil erosion rates.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jesmin Akter, Wendy J. M. Smith, Yawen Liu, Ilho Kim, Stuart L. Simpson, Phong Thai, Asja Korajkic, Warish Ahmed
Summary: The choice of workflow in wastewater surveillance has a significant impact on SARS-CoV-2 concentrations, while having minimal effects on HF183 and no effect on HAdV 40/41 concentrations. Certain components in the workflow can be interchangeable, but factors such as buffer type, chloroform, and homogenization speed can affect the recovery of viruses and bacteria.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yu Luo, Xueting Yang, Diwei Wang, Hongmei Xu, Hongai Zhang, Shasha Huang, Qiyuan Wang, Ningning Zhang, Junji Cao, Zhenxing Shen
Summary: Atmospheric PM2.5, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS), is associated with cardiorespiratory morbidity and mortality. The study found that both the mass concentration of PM2.5 and the DTT activity were higher during the heating season than during the nonheating season. Combustion sources were the primary contributors to DTT activity during the heating season, while secondary formation dominated during the nonheating season. The study also revealed that biomass burning had the highest inherent oxidation potential among all sources investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erin L. Murphy, Leah R. Gerber, Chelsea M. Rochman, Beth Polidoro
Summary: Plastic pollution has devastating consequences for marine organisms. This study uses a trait-based framework to develop a vulnerability index for marine mammals, seabirds, and sea turtles in Hawai'i. The index ranks 63 study species based on their vulnerability to macroplastic pollution, providing valuable information for species monitoring and management priorities.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kenji Maurice, Amelia Bourceret, Sami Youssef, Stephane Boivin, Liam Laurent-Webb, Coraline Damasio, Hassan Boukcim, Marc-Andre Selosse, Marc Ducousso
Summary: Growing pressure from climate change and agricultural land use is destabilizing soil microbial community interactions. Little is known about microbial community resistance and adaptation to disturbances, hindering our understanding of recovery latency and implications for ecosystem functioning. This study found that anthropic disturbance and natural disturbance have different effects on the topology and stability of soil microbial networks.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yunhao Li, Yali Feng, Haoran Li, Yisong Yao, Chenglong Xu, Jinrong Ju, Ruiyu Ma, Haoyu Wang, Shiwei Jiang
Summary: Deep-sea mining poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems and human health by disturbing sediment and transmitting metal ions through the food chain. This study developed a new regenerative adsorption material, OMN@SA, which effectively removes metal ions. The adsorption mechanism and performance of the material for metal ion fixation were investigated.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Antonio Medici, Margherita Lavorgna, Marina Isidori, Chiara Russo, Elena Orlo, Giovanni Luongo, Giovanni Di Fabio, Armando Zarrelli
Summary: Valsartan, a widely used antihypertensive drug, has been detected in high concentrations in surface waters due to its unchanged excretion and incomplete degradation in wastewater treatment plants. This study investigated the degradation of valsartan and identified 14 degradation byproducts. The acute and chronic toxicity of these byproducts were evaluated in key organisms in the freshwater trophic chain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiang Lin, Lianbao Chi, Qing Yuan, Busu Li, Mingbao Feng
Summary: This study investigated the photodegradation behavior and product formation of two representative pharmaceuticals in simulated estuary water. The study found that the formed transformation products of these pharmaceuticals have potential toxicity on marine organisms, including oxidative stress and damage to cellular components.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hua Fang, Dongdong Jiang, Ye He, Siyi Wu, Yuehong Li, Ziqi Zhang, Haoting Chen, Zixin Zheng, Yan Sun, Wenxiang Wang
Summary: This study revealed that exposure to lower levels of air pollutants led to decreased pregnancy rates, with PM10, NO2, SO2, and CO emerging as the four most prominent pollutants. Individuals aged 35 and above exhibited heightened susceptibility to pollutants.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ali Shaan Manzoor Ghumman, Rashid Shamsuddin, Amin Abbasi, Mohaira Ahmad, Yoshiaki Yoshida, Abdul Sami, Hamad Almohamadi
Summary: In this study, inverse vulcanized polysulfides (IVP) were synthesized by reacting molten sulfur with 4-vinyl benzyl chloride, and then functionalized using N-methyl D-glucamine (NMDG). The functionalized IVP showed a high mercury adsorption capacity and a machine learning model was developed to predict the amount of mercury removed. Furthermore, the functionalized IVP can be regenerated and reused, providing a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rita Bonfiglio, Renata Sisto, Stefano Casciardi, Valeria Palumbo, Maria Paola Scioli, Erica Giacobbi, Francesca Servadei, Gerry Melino, Alessandro Mauriello, Manuel Scimeca
Summary: This study investigated the presence of aluminum in human colon cancer samples and its potential association with biological processes involved in cancer progression. Aluminum was found in tumor areas of 24% of patients and was associated with epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and cell death. Additional analyses revealed higher tumor mutational burden and mutations in genes related to EMT and apoptosis in aluminum-positive colon cancers. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of aluminum toxicity may improve strategies for the management of colon cancer patients.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)